The Fire Service Scoop: Sept. 11 Book Release, Memorial Stair Climb; Grants for Volunteer Fire Departments
The Fire Service Scoop contains updates from the around the fire service such as Denver Fire Department ordering three custom pumpers from Spartan, a movement by the NFFF and Retro Fitness for Sept. 11 and an appreciation for National Volunteer Firefighters Day from the National Volunteer Fire Council.
Below is a roundup of recent news headlines:
What You Need To Know About 'Rising From Ground Zero'
- Through in-depth interviews and analysis, "Rising from Ground Zero" examines how the FDNY managed chaos, led through trauma and evolved over decades.
Spartan to Send Denver Fire Department Three Custom Pumpers
- The Denver Fire Department has ordered three Spartan S-180 custom pumpers to modernize its fleet, with delivery expected within 10-12 months.
Retro Fitness, NFFF Partner for 9/11 Memorial Stair Climbs
- In commemoration of the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11, Retro Fitness and NFFF invite communities nationwide to participate in a commemorative stair climb and be a part of NFFF's #ForThe343 movement.
- In recognition of Volunteer Firefighters Day, the NVFC and State Farm announced grants totaling $1.5 million in 2026 to aid 150 volunteer fire departments across the country.
Industrial Scientific Releases Axen AX4 Four-Gas Monitor
- Industrial Scientific introduces the Axen AX4, a user-friendly four-gas monitor designed for quick deployment and reliable detection in harsh environments.
RESCUE Intellitech Appoints New CEO
- RESCUE Intellitech is set to enter a new growth phase under the leadership of CEO Beatrice Råvik Janzon.
Coxreels Extends Hose Reel Accessories with New Swivel Mounting Brackets
- The Coxreels SMK-702 Series offers heavy-gauge steel brackets with 360-degree rotation, designed to optimize hose reel positioning.
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Ryan Baker is a writer and associate editor with prior experiences in online and print production. Ryan is an associate editor for Firehouse with a master's degree in sciences of communication from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. He recently completed a year of teaching Intro to Public Speaking at UW-Whitewater, as part of his graduate program. Ryan acquired his bachelor's degree in journalism in 2023 from UW-Whitewater, and operates currently out of Minneapolis, MN. Baker, also writes freelances for the Ultimate Frisbee Association (UFA) in his free time, while also umpiring baseball for various ages across the Twin Cities Metro Area.